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We were really pleasantly surprised by the room... - Review of The Swan Hotel

We arrived after a very long and tiring journey to a smiling face and warm welcome. Granted, it wasn't an easy place to find (although we don't have a sat-nav), but just by asking at the nearest shop, and encountering very helpful staff, it wasn't too tricky. We were really pleasantly surprised by the room rate (£68 for a double standard with breakfast) and the overall quality of the room...fabulous! We had never visited Stafford town prior to this visit and it was only because our son was at the university that we made this trip. What an amazing place and such friendly folks! We originally booked a table for 3 for the evening meal and upped that to 5 after he invited his chums - no problem...couldn't be more helpful!The food was excellent and we all had drinks, a main and dessert for an extremely reasonable price - £110 - everything was cooked to perfection and served with a smile - we were more than looked after. Having been out in the town, my husband returned to possibly the most accommodating night porter we've come across - couldn't have been more helpful and friendly! Regardless of some of the other reviews (regarding church bells, noise, traffic, etc) we had a wonderful night's sleep without any disturbance. Breakfast was, again, served with a big smile and some lovely information regarding the history of the area and interesting places to visit. The quality of the food was excellent and without a doubt, we shall be returning to The Swan Hotel for a much longer stay in the, hopefully, not too distant future....fabulous!

Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple

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Stayed overnight while visiting Stafford and ate evening meal in the bar, and breakfast next day.

Accommodation was excellent, very large room, although the bed was definitely a double and looked a bit lost given the size of the room.

Food was disappointing, the lamb burger tasted like a birds eye grill steak.

Breakfast the next day was confused by a menu which displayed prices when we thought breakfast was included (which it was). Full English should have been on a smaller plate to make it look less sparse, and one cup of coffee was quite miserly.

Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple

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Whilst out with elderly parents in Stafford at the weekend we called into the Swan for a light lunch and I have to say I was blown away by the place. The outside doesn't really do it justice but inside - WOW! Great character and full of history (ask at reception and they will print you off the full history of the hotel; a great touch). We sat in bar overlooking the garden and close to the beautiful roaring log burner. I thought the service was very good, a lovely balanced menu catering for both lighter and full lunches and the food was very good although the smoked haddock rarebit was a little on the meager side in terms of it's value for money. We walked into the restaurant just for a nose, and had a couple of staff asking us if we needed any help which was good. I would definitely recommend this hotel for dining; didnt see the rooms so cant comment on the accommodation.

Stayed October 2012, traveled with family

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I have stayed in this hotel on two occasions whilst attending functions in Stafford town centre.The rooms are lovely and unique due to the age of the hotel and the staff very friendly.The bar and bistro are also very good.Highly recommended.

Stayed December 2011, traveled with friends

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A one night stay impressed. It was intimidating, as someone else noted, to arrive on Saturday night and have to battle through the packed bars to reception - taxis drop you at the car park at the rear. Service was impeccable, a quiet table was found for us for a late dinner. Food delicious, from a wide choice, good value and wine not too expensive. Large room and huge bathroom comfortable - the rooms at the front overlook the pedestrian street which was not noisy. It is an historic building so rooms perhaps a litle old-fashioned, not a bad thing. It does have a lift. Breakfast good with all the usual choices. Lots of locals came in to the coffee lounge and bars for Sunday breakfast. It was packed to the rafters on Saturday night, but no problems and staff handled the crush with aplomb. Book by phone direct with the hotel to get best price.

Stayed October 2012, traveled with friends

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We stayed here while visiting relatives at Christmas and had an excellent time!We arrived in the afternoon and nothing was too much trouble. The room overlooked the main street and it was lovely to sit with a bottle of wine watching the world go by! We have stayed here a couple of times and have had no problems! I could imagine it would be quite busy if you arrived late evening as it is a very popular place in Stafford town.

Room Tip: Ask for one that looks over Stafford High Street!

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Stayed January 2012, traveled as a couple

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The Swan has been providing a warm welcome at the heart of the beautiful county of Staffordshire for nearly 300 years. Nestled in the centre of Stafford's historic and pretty high street, our lovingly restored coaching inn now acts as a vibrant, modern hub for stylish accommodation,dining, relaxed coffee shop, social and family celebrations....more less

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